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OCA Election Row Deepens, Hearing Set for Tuesday

A major twist has emerged in the Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) election process. The High Court has received an affidavit concerning the condu

NIT-Karnataka student dies after jumping from fifth floor of hostel building

The final year undergraduate student of the Department of Mining Engineering was taken to a nearby hospital, but doctors declared him dead upon a

Rapido fined for misleading fare prompts, TGPWU welcomes it

Hyderabad:The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) on Thursday, September 17, welcomed the Central Consumer Protection Authoritys (CC

'With a heavy heart': Prithvi Shaw, fiancee Akriti part ways after engagement

Prithvi Shaw and Akriti Agarwal announced their engagement on March 8. The India batter shared a series of romantic pictures from the occasion. I

Rain threat looms over youth ODI series opener

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Indian Foreign Minister Delivers 54 Electric Vehicles to Bhutans Prime Minister

EAM Jaishankar meets Bhutan PM, delivers 54 Made in India electric vehicles, reinforcing Indias commitment to Bhutans development. Indian Foreign

Navodaya schools case: Supreme Court asks Tamil Nadu to drop anti-Hindi mindset; State says language is a fundamental right

Chennai should not alienate Delhi, and vice versa, too, Justice Nagarathna, heading a Bench comprising Justice A.G. Masih, addressed both governm

Former CM Digvijay Singh Calls for Timely Policy for Guest Faculty in Madhya Pradesh

Digvijay Singh urges Madhya Pradesh government to establish a timeline for a policy regarding guest faculty regularization. Former CM Digvijay Si

SEBI to hear broker and AMC concerns on MDR

NPCI announced to charge merchants a fee of 0.4% of the transaction for person-to-merchant transfers of value exceeding 2000 as an MDR

HCLTech launches new business unit to help mid-sized firms scale AI

HCLTech Pulse will target enterprises with annual revenues of $500 million to $5 billion, offering AI, data, cloud, cybersecurity and engineering

Asian Games: women lead Indias push for wrestling medals

A song, 10 men, golden finish: Harbinder relives India's 1966 Asiad victory

Sixty years after India scripted hockey history at the 1966 Asian Games in Bangkok, Harbinder Singh still gets goosebumps when he hears the song

Mahanadi Tribunal Defers Odisha

The Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal has deferred its hearing on the long-standing water-sharing dispute between Odisha and Chhattisgarh to Septe

Operation Polo: Will Hyderabad ever know the truth?

Hyderabad:Telangana Praja Palana Dinotsavam (Peoples Governance Day). That is the new moniker for Operation Polo, the military action through whi

Galgotias University Honoured by Union Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya for Excellence in Industry-Aligned Curriculum and Entrepreneurship Ecosystem at Times Now Education Summit 2026

Kannur Warriors Aim for Back-to-Back SLK Titles, Faces Tougher Competition Ahead

Andre Chernyshev, manager of Kannur Warriors, seeks to defend their title in the Super League Kerala amidst heightened competition. Kannur Warrio

Giorgia Meloni extends birthday greetings to PM Modi: 'Wish you wish health, energy, and success'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi got a special birthday wish on Thursdayfrom his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni, who called him a friend while af

Baby Care Quick-Commerce Startup Kiddo, Raises Pre-seed Round of 12.5 Cr Led by Campus Fund

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Luxury housing's new premium: Fewer homes, more space and privacy

Luxury housing has spent years adding more, bigger clubhouses, longer amenity lists, grander lobbies. Now, in increasingly crowded cities, buyers

Tata Sons rift: Board backs Chandra, Trusts calls move

Mumbi: Tata Sons Ltds board on Thursday approved a fresh five-year term for N Chandrasekaran as executive chairman and set in motion the process

Delhi HC records takedown of Bombay Shaving Co ad in Gillette dispute

Bombay Shaving Company told the Delhi High Court that the advertisement and references to the court and earlier litigation had been removed from

Rayagada Court Sentences Man to Life Imprisonment for Brutal Murder of Wife

The Additional District and Sessions Court in Rayagada on Thursday sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the gruesome murder of his wife using

RBI may increase debt sales to drain surplus liquidity after 9 years

Indian bond traders expect the central bank to step up bond sales for liquidity absorption, as policymakers likely seek to strengthen transmissio

An 11-year bet on rented sofas pays off for Accel as RentoMojo lists

RentoMojo shares jumped nearly 19% on debut as Accel, the platform's earliest institutional backer, sold about 317 crore of stock, the single lar

Bollywood Stars Extend Birthday Wishes to PM Modi on His 76th Birthday

Bollywood celebrities, including Hema Malini and Ajay Devgn, celebrate PM Modis 76th birthday with heartfelt messages and calls for service. Boll

Gold falls Rs 600 on weak domestic demand

New Delhi, Sep 17 (PTI) Gold prices fell by Rs 600 to Rs 1.55 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Thursday as weak domestic demand weigh

AI models resisting user control? OpenAI flags 'concerning' behaviour in latest tests

OpenAI has disclosed six reports that shed light on troubling behaviors exhibited by its AI models. Among these reports, instances of unauthorize

Youth Photographic Society invites entries for contest

As U.S. readies 100% tariffs, Russia provided more than half of Indias oil imports in July

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a Bill on September 16 that seeks to impose tariffs of up to 100% on the top-5 countries absorbing the l

Derek Jeters $22.5M mansion: Why could Tom Bradys former rental be demolished?

Derek Jeters old Tampa mansion became synonymous with Tom Brady when the NFL star rented the waterfront estate. Jeter sold the 22,000-square-foot

Does the BRICS summit signify a shift for Indian foreign policy? | In Focus podcast

Ajay Bisaria and Happymon Jacob speak to us about the New Delhi Declaration, Indias foreign policy choices, and whether BRICS is signalling a ret

AAI Invites Applications for 39 Consultant Positions Until October 1

The Airport Authority of India is hiring consultants with a deadline for applications set for October 1. AAI Invites Applications for 39 Consulta

Kataka Ganesh Visarjan: Tight Security Arrangements, Mayor And Commissioner Review Preparations

Kataka is gearing up for the Ganesh idol immersion process with enhanced security and crowd-management measures, as authorities step up preparati

Quote of the day by Charlie Munger: My advice would be, if you have a fixable disadvantage, remove it. If it's unfixable... What can we fix, accept and endure? Timeless life lessons on struggle, acceptance, resilience, endurance, growth, control and being pragmatic

Quote of the day by Charlie Munger is about knowing which problems in life can be fixed and which must simply be accepted. His words fit the mome

Shillong petrol bomb attacks: Three incidents in 24 hours target police, DHS, and Mineral Resources offices

Shillong experienced three petrol bomb incidents within a 24-hour period. A police booth and the Directorate of Health Services campus were targe

Rescuers free 18-foot Minke Whale entangled in rope after dragging fishing gear for 40 miles off cape cod

A young minke whale was freed from heavy fishing rope after days of entanglement. Rescuers located the whale more than forty miles from its initi

CCB summons former Minister Anbil Mahesh in 100-crore fraud case

The case involves alleged promises to secure government approvals for private schools

#Love: Tamil series starring Arjun Das and Aishwarya Lekshmi locks premiere date

Showrun and produced by Soundarya Rajinikanth, #Love is directed by Balaji Mohan and the web series explores modern dating and deep emotional bon

Michigan teen flipped a Rolex at 16; watch business later topped $10m in sales

At 16, Michigan student Mason Maressa spent his $3,500 savings on a vintage Rolex Air-King and sold it days later for about $4,000. He reinvested

19th-century Pennsylvania mining village with 83 acres heads to auction

Kolkata Police Arrest Four in Major E-Cigarette Raid

Four individuals were arrested in Kolkata for illegally storing and selling e-cigarettes after a police raid on The Smokers Den. Kolkata Police A

Odisha Governor Plants Sapling at Atal Bana to Celebrate PM Modi

Marking the birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, September 17, Odisha Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati participated in a tree p

Indias festive food exports see demand surge ahead of Diwali: TPCI

India's food export sector anticipates robust demand for traditional and convenience items. International buyers show keen interest in procuring

Maharashtra deploys AI to detect power theft, flags 28,000 cases in 3 months

The utility deployed more than 190 flying squads after its AI and machine learning module identified unusual electricity consumption patterns.

Meet Mercer Henderson, the 13-year-old tech entrepreneur who created digital products and turned app purchases into donations for nonprofit organizations

Mercer Henderson, a young entrepreneur, developed innovative apps like Audiots and FriendIts. Audiots allowed users to add sounds to emojis, whil

What does BSEs outperformance of other listed exchange players mean for NSE IPO

Strong demand for exchange stocks from Indian investors is positive for NSE post-listing, but similar stellar returns cannot be anticipated

Absolutely no ambiguity: Pak says Mecca pact applies as Saudi faces Houthi threat

Pakistan reiterated its commitment to a defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye. This agreement mandates collective deterrence against any arm

Four Arrested in Noida Mobile Theft Gang Bust; 24 Phones and Laptop Seized

Police in Noida have arrested four individuals involved in a mobile theft gang, recovering 24 phones and a laptop during the operation. Four Arre

Watch: Chandrababu Naidu: PM Modi is a leader with a vision for developed India

Rise and Fall 2 contestants: Swara Bhaskar, former BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla, among first names

Prime Video's reality show, Rise & Fall, is all set to return with its second season this month, with Virender Sehwag taking on the hosting dutie

KTR challenges Revanth to order judicial probe into assets of both families

KTR said the inquiry should cover every acre of land and every rupee of assets acquired by the two families and added that the BRS was prepared t

India is firmly committed to Bhutan's progress: EAM S Jaishankar

Jaishankar arrived in Bhutan on Wednesday on a two-day official visit aiming to further strengthen the biltareal ties and cooperation between the

Video From Nepal Falsely Shared As One of Communal Incident in India

We found out that the video shows an incident that happened in Nepal.

Salem Railway Division observes Swachhata Hi Seva campaign

Zimbabwe Cricket's Tavengwa Mukuhlani appointed ICC Deputy Chairperson

Tavengwa Mukuhlani has been appointed ICC Deputy Chairperson until November 2027. He succeeds Imran Khwaja and currently chairs the HR and Remune

U.S. again denies Palestinian leader Abbas visa to attend UN assembly

7 Roald Dahl books that will reawaken your inner child

Revisit 7 magical Roald Dahl books filled with wonder, adventure, and imagination that can make any adult feel like a child again.

New school building inaugurated at Pudunaduvalur

Indian Surfing Team Prepares for Asian Games with French Coachs Guidance

Four Indian surfers are training in Mahabalipuram for the Asian Games, guided by French coach Samai Rebeul. Indian Surfing Team Prepares for Asia

Indian Surfing Team Prepares for Asian Games Under French Coach

The Indian surfing team, coached by Frenchman Samai Rebeul, gears up for the 2026 Asian Games, showcasing the nations growing talent in the sport

Saudi Arabia turns to allies as missile interceptors run low

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has approached several regional and Western countries for air-defence assistance as it faces a shortage of missile intercept

Noida Police Uncover Mobile Snatching Gang, Three Arrested

Noida police have arrested three members of a mobile snatching gang, recovering stolen phones and a motorcycle in the process. Noida Police Uncov

IND vs AFG 3rd T20I LIVE score: Shreyas's side looks for clean sweep, Afghanistan needs to show some fight

Having already sealed the three-match series with two comprehensive victories, Team India takes on Afghanistan in the third and final T20I at the

Godrej Wealth steps up expansion, plans to enter AMC business next year

Godrej Wealth plans to enter the asset management business next year as it seeks to expand its offerings and build a broader wealth and investmen

More two-wheeler buyers opting for top-end variants now, says TVS Motor

TVS says technology, safety and features are driving buyers towards higher-end variants, while easier finance is helping first-time buyers enter

Jharkhand High Court Rules on Mental Cruelty Standards in Divorce Cases

The Jharkhand High Court clarifies that mere allegations of mental cruelty are insufficient for divorce, emphasizing the need for solid evidence.

China Rejects US Bill Proposing 100 Per Cent Tariffs On Buyers Of Russian Oil

UN-backed experts cite possible U.S. war crimes in Iran strikes

The international fact-finding mission on Iran says the findings centre on a pair of airstrikes that killed at least 178 civilians, including wom

Fynbos, Rosario and Regina Memorabilis impress

Asian Games 2026:Key Indian players to watch out for

The Indian contingent for Asian Games 2026 features notable names, including Olympic medallists P.V. Sindhu and Manu Bhaker

Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau Arrests Two Police Officers for Bribery

Two police officers in Hyderabad were arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for soliciting a bribe of 5 lakh in exchange for favors. Telangana A

Taruwar Agro: Three Bihar Friends Built a Rs 2.5 Crore Business from Banana Waste

Three friends from Bihar founded Taruwar Agro, turning banana stem waste into eco-friendly products and generating Rs 2.5 crore revenue in FY26.

KDEM to host Mangaluru Technovanza on Sept 22-23

The two-day event will explore innovation, investment, skills, global partnerships and sustainable urban development in Mangalurus technology eco

Satya Niketan building collapse: Kiran Bedi seeks intervention in case, Centre opposes plea

Additional Solicitor General Chetan Sharma, appearing for the Centre, Delhi government and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), however, opp

Datanomics: Fewer hostel seats in Delhi, but fill-up rate highest

Delhi's hostel capacity remains limited as lakhs of students seek accommodation for higher studies

Maratha Quota Stir: Manoj Jarange-Patil Ends 20-Day Fast, Gives Maharashtra Govt 3 Months To Act

Maratha Quota Stir: Manoj Jarange-Patil Suspends 20-Day Fast, Gives Maharashtra 3 Months

Stud Poker, Moonveil and Galahad catch the eye

Rohit Sharma Welcomes Shikhar Dhawan to His Reality Show with Heartfelt Humor

Rohit Sharma hosts Shikhar Dhawan on his reality show, reminiscing their friendship and cricketing journey ahead of the shows premiere. Rohit Sha

Peoples hopes and aspirations will be benchmarks for Government decisions, says CM

Mr. Revanth Reddy unfurls national flag at Public Gardens on Praja Palana Dinotsavam to mark anniversary of integration of Hyderabad State with t

'Change your mindset': Supreme Court's big observation on Tamil Nadu's opposition to Hindi

Tamil Nadu must reconsider its mindset over teaching Hindi in schools across the state, observed the Supreme Court on Thursday, asking it to reth

DMK cadres clash verbally with the police in Karur over garlanding EVR statue

Tata Sons board-room battle: Stalemate allowed chairman to vote on his own reappointment

With only two nominees, Venu Srinivasan and Noel Tata, on the Tata Sons board representing opposing sides, the expectation was of a stalemate dur

Tawanda Mukuhlani Appointed ICC Deputy Chairman, Receives Congratulations from Jay Shah

Tawanda Mukuhlani has been named the ICCs new Deputy Chairman, marking a significant milestone for Zimbabwean cricket. Tawanda Mukuhlani Appointe

Enough is enough: Delhi HC raps DU, police over violence ahead of DUSU polls

Disha Salian probe: Uddhav warns of legal action over 'character assassination'

Uddhav Thackeray threatened legal action if the campaign against his family over Disha Salian's death continues. He stated his family has no conn

Sarpanch dies after getting severely injured in accident

Hyderabad: A 40-year-old woman sarpanch died on Thursday, September 17, after succumbing to injuries she sustained in an accident a day earlier i

India to Face South Korea in Davis Cup Qualifiers for Final Eight Spot

India takes on South Korea in the Davis Cup qualifiers, aiming for a spot in the Final Eight. Matches set for September 18-19 in Seoul. India to

'84 rules changed': Congress accuses Uttarakhand CM of handing power project meant for PSUs to Adani

The Opposition party asked why did the BJP government kill its own UJVN-THDC project only to create a 1,320 MW opportunity that perfectly fits Ad

Asian Games 2026: Six sporting events that make their debutin Aichi-Nagoya